Lady Hamilton as a Bacchante
Sir Joshua Reynolds (after) 1723 - 1792
Summary
Portrait of Emma Hart Hamilton (c. 1765-1815), wife of Sir William Hamilton, mistress of Lord Horatio Nelson and muse of artist George Romney. She was known for her 'tableau-vivant' performances at private parties; a series of poses, inspired by classical sculpture.
Object Name
Lady Hamilton as a Bacchante
Creators Name
Date Created
1784
accession number
1920.481
Collection Group
Place of creation
Europe
Support
paper
Medium
Credit
Dr David Lloyd Roberts bequest, 1920
, Josiah Wedgwood, 1920.155.1200x1200.jpg)
, Duchess of Devonshire, 1918.664.1200x1200.jpg)
, Samuel Cousins.1200x1200.jpg)
